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Ujjain Gas Shortage: Middle East Conflict Drives Sigri-Bhatti Demand, Prices Soar to Rs 1.5 Lakh
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15-03-2026, 13:12
Ujjain Gas Shortage: Middle East Conflict Drives Sigri-Bhatti Demand, Prices Soar to Rs 1.5 Lakh
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Ujjain faces commercial gas cylinder shortage due to Middle East conflict, impacting hotels, restaurants, and catering.
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Demand for traditional coal, wood, and diesel-fired sigri and bhattis has surged as businesses seek alternatives.
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Sigri sales increased from occasional to 4-5 daily; bhatti makers see business boom after 12 years of low demand.
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Factory owner Rajesh Sharma reports 15-20 daily orders for bhattis, priced up to Rs 1.5 lakh, previously having no demand.
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Hospital canteen operator Mahavir Jain ordered Rs 1.40 lakh bhattis to ensure timely meals for patients amidst gas unavailability.
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